Events in the Sanford/Lee County Area this Weekend

Nature’s Seedlings at Raven Rock State Park, 3009 Raven Rock Rd, Lillington NC
When: 10aWhat: Take children ages 3-7 for storytime and crafts. This month’s topic is “Tracking Our Wild Neighbors” and will including exploring tracks and making your own. Meet at the Visitor Center.

Fundraiser Plate Sale at the Lee County Arts Center, 507 N. Steele St, Sanford NC
When: 11a-7pWhat: Buy a plate of grilled or bbq chicken with slaw, baked beans, a roll, and dessert for $8 to support Carolina Stars Baseball. Free delivery is available for 10+ orders if you call in advance. Order at 919-895-8013, 919-356-8400, or 570-560-0059.

‘Savannah Sipping Society’ at the Temple Theatre, 120 Carthage St, Sanford NC
When: 2p and 8pWhat: “Four unique Southern women, all needing to escape the sameness of their day-to-day routines, are drawn together by Fate—and an impromptu happy hour—and decide it’s high time to reclaim the enthusiasm for life they’ve lost through the years.” Tickets are $14 for students and seniors and $25 for adults.

SASS Social at the VFW, 1500 Webb St, Sanford NCWhen: 7pWhat: The Sanford Area Society of Shaggers (SASS) is a group of friendly, welcoming people who have shag dancing, a love of beach music, and socializing in common. This week’s social will feature DJ Kitty Earles.

Charity Gala at the Elks Lodge, 910 Carthage St, Sanford NC
When: 6-10pWhat: Join the Sanford Rotary Club for an evening of food, music, spirits, casino games, and more to benefit several local nonprofits. Tickets are $50/couple.

Social Saturday at Sanford Latin Dance, 109 S Steele St, Sanford NC
When: 7-11:30pWhat: The event starts with salsa dancing lessons from 7p to 8p. From 8p to 11:30p, the floor will be open to dancing. Light refreshments will be provided. Feel free to bring a dish or dessert to share. Admission is $10 per adult.

‘Savannah Sipping Society’ at the Temple Theatre, 120 Carthage St, Sanford NC
When: 8pWhat: “Four unique Southern women, all needing to escape the sameness of their day-to-day routines, are drawn together by Fate—and an impromptu happy hour—and decide it’s high time to reclaim the enthusiasm for life they’ve lost through the years.” Tickets are $14 for students and seniors and $25 for adults.

‘Savannah Sipping Society’ at the Temple Theatre, 120 Carthage St, Sanford NC
When: 2pWhat: “Four unique Southern women, all needing to escape the sameness of their day-to-day routines, are drawn together by Fate—and an impromptu happy hour—and decide it’s high time to reclaim the enthusiasm for life they’ve lost through the years.” Tickets are $14 for students and seniors and $25 for adults.

One By One at Trinity Lutheran Church, 525 Carthage St, Sanford NC
When: 4-5pWhat: To improve race relations, One by One is a community forum is held monthly to discuss racism with the hope of sharing, understanding, and healing. The ability to work within and outside of this community as one people, called to work together for the betterment of all, will result. All are invited to participate.

If you’d like an event or activity added to the Weekend Roundup, submit it by Thursdays to kelly@socialsanford.com.